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have a lovely satin finish that leaves your face with a delicate glow. Plus, the absorptive quality of powder foundations keeps shininess down and works especially well for oily or acne-prone skin. But powder can also be quite finicky. It’s difficult to set, so it tends to wear off after only a couple of hours. Also, they are often light-weight, making it challenging to build coverage. Often, the more powder used, the cakier your skin tends to look. So, powders are usually best suited for brides who need minimal coverage.
Liquid By far the most popular choice for bridal makeup, liquid foundations provide a wide range of coverages and finishes. They're long-lasting and make great bases for the rest of your makeup. Like tinted moisturizers, liquid foundations also help to add a bit of hydration to your skin. So, they work well for dry or combination skin types. Whether you have only a few blemishes you wish to cover up or more troublesome skin problems, your makeup artist can help you find a liquid foundation best suited to your needs. But keep in mind that these foundations tend to be a bit heavier, so you will want to keep your skin’s sensitivity in mind. During the consultation with your makeup artist, let them know if you’re prone to breakouts or if your skin is easily irritated.
Airbrush This technique, which has been popular with models and film stars for years, is gaining traction among brides. And it’s easy to see why! When done correctly, airbrushing gives your skin a flawless look not easily achieved with more traditional foundations. Plus, it needs less product than a liquid foundation for full coverage, giving airbrush a similar lightweight feel to powder foundation. Better yet, most airbrush makeup is silicone-based, which 84
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